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Jangle, gristle, snarl, and soul: the late-’50s Danelectro sound is unmistakable. With a double-cut Shorthorn body shape and vintage Lipstick pickups, the Danelectro Fifty Niner DC semi-hollowbody electric guitar oozes with early rock’ n’ roll attitude. The Fifty Niner DC’s lightweight hardboard/spruce body delivers the signature Dano sound ? a lively, assertive warmth somewhere between a solidbody and a more traditional semi-hollowbody, complete with a center block for feedback suppression, so you can always pair the Fifty Niner DC with your favorite pedals and effects. You’ll love how the Fifty Niner’s lightweight build provides all-night comfort onstage without the delicate fragility of traditional semi-hollowbody electrics. The Fifty Niner DC’s maple neck and rosewood fingerboard keep playability agile and fluid, while the Shorthorn body shape provides excellent access to frets closest to the body. Unleash a wallet-friendly masterpiece and re-create authentic vintage tones with the Fifty Niner DC semi-hollowbody electric guitar from Sweetwater!





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A sealed semi-hollow deal





It’s an ingenious semi-hollow build that’s stood the test of time: a spruce body frame capped with hardboard paired with a center block that eliminates feedback. Liable, rugged, and beyond versatile, no guitar body sounds quite like a Danelectro’s body! The Fifty Niner’s nuanced resonance and tonal range give this guitar a unique edge for everything from vintage rockabilly blues to modern indie faves. Plus, cream body binding and a chocolate back give the Fifty Niner DC veritable retro appeal to match.





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Riveting tone: more than just lip service





The Fifty Niner DC is known for its jangly mix-cutting midrange, but the onboard Lipstick pickups can dole out a wide assortment of vintage-tinged tones. The bridge pickup is your go-to for jangle and leads with focused bass, punchy midrange, and treble that’s spicy or sweet (depending on tone knob settings). The neck Lipstick pickup provides enhanced low-frequency gristle that fills sonic space and comes to life when played clean or driven. Turning both pickups on reveals a unique aspect of Danelectro wiring ? series wiring in the middle position. Compared to the parallel wiring found on most electric guitars, the Fifty Niner’s series-wired position produces an extra-beefy tone with roaring bass/midrange response and less treble.





Faithful ‘50s design





Today, Danelectro ‘50s pickup specs read like diligent recitations of the originals. Inside, Alnico VI magnets uniquely wrapped with coil and tape make these pickups sound as authentic as they look. Outside, the chrome covers are made from 80/20 brass zinc, just like the tubes Danelectro bought from a cosmetics factory back in the day, a detail that proves the Fifty Niner is a fully worthy heir of a legendary sound.





Premium playability





Sweetwater guitarists found the Fifty Niner’s comfortable “C” profile maple neck and 25-inch fingerboard scale pack a stellar blend of playability and range, further enhanced by the ’59 shape’s dual body cutaways for giant leaps and stress-free solos. What’s more, pitch-perfect tone is always within reach; the Fifty Niner DC comes outfitted with a bone nut and adjustable saddles for reliable tuning and long-term performance.





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An iconic American brand





Founded in 1947, Danelectro produced guitar amps throughout the 1940s before expanding into guitars in the ’50s. With their beloved quirky hollowbody designs, hardboard/plywood construction, and lipstick pickups, the iconic Danelectro designs are instantly recognizable. Among other innovations, Danelectro introduced the baritone guitar in 1956 and the electric sitar in 1967. From guitar gods Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck to Who bassist John Entwistle (check out the bass solo on “My Generation”), country superstar Glen Campbell, Tom Petty lead guitarist Mike Campbell, and the ever-eclectic Wilco guitarist and solo artist Nels Cline, Danos have become staples in the guitar and bass arsenals of top artists in all genres. Now Danelectro is back and better than ever: Sweetwater is proud to offer you this formidable lineup of iconic vintage-inspired instruments.





Danelectro Fifty Niner DC Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitar Features:


Legendary semi-hollowbody guitar from a groundbreaking company


Lightweight spruce body and hardwood top and back deliver signature midrange tone


Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard offers wonderful playability and response


Lipstick single-coil pickups bring vintage midrange punch and treble kick


3-way pickup selector and volume and tone controls


Wraparound adjustable bridge lets you set your intonation to your liking


Deluxe chocolate back and headstock with creme body binding on top fuel bold retro appeal


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